Rhianna Diedrick 4B by Rhianna Diedrick

Job Description & Responsibilities

rdiedrick24 — 2024-03-20 19:57:50 UTC

A cosmetologist does everything having to do with the beauty and aesthetics of a person.

This job entails things like performing facial treatments, make-up applications, eyelash extensions, and mani/pedicures, treating and styling hair.

As a cosmetologist you need to keep a sanitary workplace, make business decisions, promote and market products, and manage client inquiries.

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Working Conditions

rdiedrick24 — 2024-03-20 20:08:00 UTC

As a cosmetologist, you working salon style areas, even business areas if you decide to start your own business in cosmetology.

The cosmetologist can have a very dynamic schedule. It’s common for them to work weekends, evenings, and even holidays.

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Local Earnings and Benefits

rdiedrick24 — 2024-03-20 21:01:53 UTC

In Pennsylvania, a cosmetologist would likely earn about 20-42 thousand dollars per year.

Most cosmetologists work as contractors. Therefore, in addition to the cosmetologist salary or hourly rate, you could mention benefits like health insurance coverage, a 401(k) match, and any available credit towards in-house treatments.

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Employment Trends

rdiedrick24 — 2024-03-22 14:19:22 UTC

In Pennsylvania, according to The US Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are about 20,780 employed in this area and 3.59 people per thousand jobs.

Usually cosmetologists are self employed, but there are business owners who will hire hairdressers, cosmetologist, and barbers.

These jobs are most found in the city, like Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.

https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes395012.htm

Qualifications

rdiedrick24 — 2024-03-22 14:31:28 UTC

Some personal qualifications to become a cosmetologist are:

-Great customer service skills

-Manual dexterity

-Excellent attention to detail

-Strong listening and communication skills

-Ability to teach and mentor

Academic Qualification include:

-High school diploma or equivalent

-Certification from a recognized cosmetology school

-State cosmetologist license

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Educational Institutions

rdiedrick24 — 2024-03-22 14:36:45 UTC

Metro Beauty Academy- Allentown, PA

The Beauty School- Whitehall, PA

Empire Beauty School- Whitehall, PA

Beauty Technical College- Oklahoma

Aveda Institute- Philadelphia, PA

Job Benefits & Job Drawbacks

rdiedrick24 — 2024-03-22 14:40:12 UTC

Pro: Cosmetologists who have the skills necessary to build and manage a business have several opportunities for self-employment.

Pro: This career requires interaction with clients and colleagues of different ages and backgrounds, giving cosmetologists an opportunity to build positive relationships.

Cons: Cosmetologists spend most of their time on their feet, which can lead to pain in the feet, legs and lower back.

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